BOMBA! workshops coming to the DMV areas on Sunday, February 16, 2014!Bomba is one of the traditional musical styles of Puerto Rico. It is the mixture of the three different cultures of the Island, the Spanish, African and Taino cultures. The base rhythm is played by two or more drums. Its real meaning is about the encounter and creative relationship between dancers, percussionists, and singers. Instructor Julia Gutierrez-Rivera from NY! will be teaching a 2 hour workshop at Dance Studio Lioudmila accompanied by Cultura Plenera from MD! for all level dancers.
Description of workshops:
Workshop I: Introduction to Bomba dance: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
On-line tickets discounts good thru 02-10-14
$20At the door: $25
Appropriate for all levels, focusing mainly on rudiments of the dance practice and expressions of Bomba. The session will introduce the core structure of Bomba dance, rhythm and time metrics. Concepts including: paso.basico, paseo, postura, and figuereo will be the core foci of the session. The purpose is to introduce these concepts as the fundamental elements of Bomba for first time dancers, it can also fine tune these techniques for more experienced dancers. The session will segue into workshop 2 with basic piquetes (the improvised movements that characterize Bomba dance).
Workshop 2: Building piquete sequences for more experienced dancers, but open to all levels:8:10pm to 9:40pm
On-line discount admission good thru 02-10-14
$20
At the door: $25
This fast paced workshop will focus on building piquete sequences, from essential musical progression to more complex improvisation, skirt technique and partner dance work will also be incorporated into the workshop to provide additional tools for seasoned dancers.
Workshop l and ll: 1hr 1/2 each workshop
On-line discount admission good thru 2-10-14
$35
At the door: $40
BOMBAZO: 9:45 to 10:30pm
SKIRTS:
Cultura Plenera will have available several skirts for female dancers to use. However, there won't be enough for everyone so it is encouraged for attendees to bring their own skirts or scarves.
Location: Dance Studio Lioudmila at 18 Roth Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314
To sign up for the class click on the link below.
